Sales Assistant

Glenshire; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A Scottish retail group in Edinburgh is seeking a part-time Night Shift Sales Assistant to ensure the store is ready for morning trade. Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service, maintaining store appearance, and preparing items for the morning rush. The ideal candidate must be 18 or older, reliable, and flexible to work various shifts. This role offers a night shift allowance and weekly pay, alongside opportunities for recognition and rewards. Join a dynamic team committed to redefining convenience retailing.

Benefits

Night shift allowance

Weekly Pay

Refer a friend bonus

Anniversary rewards

Access to GroceryAid support service

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older due to the night shift working hours.
• Reliability and full flexibility to work various night shift patterns is essential.
• Previous experience in food retail or food preparation is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding service and assist customers with purchases.
• Keep the store tidy, well-stocked, and visually appealing.
• Prepare essential items for the morning rush.

Skills

Great attitude

Team working skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

LocationEdinburgh, United Kingdom# Sales Assistant (Night Shift) at Glenshire GroupLocationEdinburgh, United KingdomSalary£13.49 - £13.5 /hourJob TypePart-timeDate PostedJanuary 27th, 2026Apply Now**Sales Assistant (Night Shift)****Location:** Morrison Street, Edinburgh**Start Date:** ASAP**Pay Rate: £ 13.50 per hour (Pay rate includes a Night Shift Allowance)****Contract:** Part-time, 24 hours per week (2 days per week, 18:00 – 06:00)**Flexibility: Candidates must be fully flexible to work across both weekdays and weekends.****Age Requirement: Applicants must be 18 years or older** as this opportunity involves Night Shifts.**Overview:**Greens Retail is the leading c-store chain in Scotland, having been crowned Independent Retail Chain of the Year at the Grocer Gold wards 2018 and finalists again in 2019, alongside numerous other awards such as Scottish Local Retailer of the Year.We continue to grow, build and innovate within existing stores, primarily under the ‘Greens’ fascia across Scotland, and are continually expanding into further sites.Find out more by visiting www.Greens.co.ukAt Greens Retail, our motto is ‘redefining convenience retailing’ and we differentiate from others through a mission to deliver an awesome customer experience, the highest store standards and deep local engagement. We combine strong Head Office support with real autonomy for store teams, encouraging ownership and pride. With in-store bakeries, butcheries and many other concessions, we’re always pushing the boundaries of what convenience means.Greens Retail is part of the Glenshire Group, a Scottish, family-owned conglomerate based in Fife. The Group operates in multiple sectors: Retail (Greens Retail), Hospitality, Property, Pizza Hut Delivery and Frozen Drinks (Skwishee).**What You'll Do:**As a Night Shift Sales Assistant, you'll be on the front lines ensuring the store is fully prepared for the morning trade. Your responsibilities will include:* Providing outstanding service, assisting customers with purchases and queries, and ensuring every interaction is positive.* Keeping the store tidy, well-stocked, and visually appealing, ready for peak trade.* Preparing essential items for the morning rush (e.g., bakery setup, fresh food items).* Supporting general store tasks, including receiving deliveries, maintaining cleanliness, and general housekeeping.* Working efficiently to support daily sales goals and ensuring smooth service during all operational hours.**What You'll Need:*** Must be **18 years or older** due to the night shift working hours.* Reliability and **full flexibility** to work various night shift patterns across weekdays and weekends is **essential**.* Great attitude and team working skills.* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks is **essential**.* Previous experience in Food retail or food preparation is preferable**Benefits & Culture:*** Night shift allowance included for all hours worked* Weekly Pay (No more waiting for monthly pay day!)* Refer a friend bonus* We recognise your loyalty! Your dedication is recognised with special anniversary rewards and celebrations as you grow with us.* Be part of a high-energy, ambitious group where creativity and new ideas are encouraged, allowing you to prosper and flourish as we succeed together.* Access to GroceryAid, a confidential support service offering emotional, practical, and financial help to people working across the entire grocery industry.If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and make a real impact in our brand-new Greens To Go Store, we’d love to hear from you!